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Western Maryland Economic Development Fund extension wins support from local leaders
Summary
Delegates and local officials urged the Ways and Means Committee to extend the George Edwards/Western Maryland Economic Development Fund and continue annual set‑asides for project grants aimed at job creation and population growth in Allegany, Garrett and Washington counties.
Delegates and local officials asked the House Ways and Means Committee on March 4 to extend the Western Maryland Economic Development Fund and preserve a predictable stream of state project support for Allegany, Garrett and Washington counties.
Delegate Jason Buckel said the fund, initially capitalized with $50 million, has supported grants and projects that have generated private investment and preliminary job commitments. Troy Shade…
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